October 2026

Swift Night Out Brings Community Together at Stephens College

Community, Digital Exclusive, Digital Issue, October 2026

Hundreds of chimney swifts filled the evening sky over Stephens College during Swift Night Out, a community event on Thursday, September 24, to introduce participants to these remarkable migratory birds and the importance of protecting their habitat. The event was a partnership among Stephens College, Columbia Audubon Society, and the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Thirty-two […]

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Mid-Century Modern: Old-School Cool, Columbia-Style

COMO Living, In This Issue, November/December 2026

Pull up to Marshall Newman’s East Campus home, and there’s no mistaking what you’re about to find inside. The exterior architecture offers the first clue. Then come the koi pond, rocks and pavement, sculptures, and even patches of astroturf, all details that contribute to the mid-century modern aesthetic Newman has embraced inside and out. Walk

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Is Your Pup Ready to Open a Boo Box?

COMO Creatures, COMO Living, Digital Issue, October 2026

“You’ve Been Booed.” That’s the message inside a Halloween-themed dog and puppy Boo Box with a toy, a ball, treats, and other goodies courtesy of one of Columbia’s newest entrepreneurs. Lizzy Dekrell, a Mizzou senior from St. Augustine, Florida, launched her business, COMo PetCare, in June, leaving what she considered a restrictive and impersonal gig

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Halloween Events 2026

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Halloween is just around the corner, and Columbia families have plenty of opportunities to celebrate with candy, costumes and community events. From trunk-or-treat gatherings and fall festivals to dog-friendly celebrations and sensory-friendly activities, here are some ways to get into the Halloween spirit. Friday, October 23 Eagle Bluffs Elementary Trunk or Treat Time:

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What’s Next for Your Lawn? Irrigation Winterization

COMO Living, Living, What the Home Pros Know

The season for sweaters, football, campfires, and hayrides is right around the corner. With that in mind, it’s essential to start thinking about a few home maintenance items before the cold months are here. Irrigation winterization should be at the top of the list to ensure a faster and less costly spring activation. Early Freezes

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A Daily Dose of Nature Heals the Soul

Digital Issue, Health & Wellness, October 2026

Research and local therapists show just how important spending time outdoors is for a person’s well-being. Have you ever felt your mind clear when taking a walk down a trail after having a bad day? Do fresh air and sunlight make you feel calmer? Perhaps you have walked outside and felt your anxieties wash

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Making Space to Create

Digital Issue, October 2026, The Scene

Inside a floral-printed canvas bag with leather handles, three sisters found a pinch of magic. Their grandmother, Mary Bryant, called the bag “The Valise,” and she’d fill it with art supplies for young Emily Gard, Danielle DeYoung, and Amber Casteel to explore. As children, the sisters curiously rummaged through its contents, pulling out whatever they

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Where Women Made History: Walking Tour Explores Columbia’s Past

Digital Issue, Friends & Family, Legacies, October 2026

Nash Vegas on East Broadway, Calvary Episcopal Church on Ninth Street, and the Guitar Building on the corner of Eighth and Walnut streets. Columbia residents and visitors encounter these places constantly, whether they are partying it up at the city’s most popular country bar, feasting on Shakespeare’s Pizza, or getting a haircut at Renz Blendz

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Foodie News | October 2026

Digital Issue, October 2026, The Dish

Foodie News is your quick hit of what’s happening around Columbia’s food scene — from restaurant news and local accolades to upcoming events, new menus, and other food-related happenings worth putting on your radar. Sips for the Symphony brings cocktails, music, and community together For one evening in October, Orr Street Studios will trade

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The Ultimate Ploughman’s Lunch

Digital Issue, October 2026, The Dish

A ploughman’s lunch is a simple meal of bread and cheese, sometimes pickled vegetables, and, for my family, summer sausage or salami, mustards or other condiments, and fruit. Though the traditional version is served with beer, my parents served theirs with wine, and they celebrated. This special meal sometimes occurred as a planned outdoor picnic,

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